Resources

The Elements Of Causes & Activism

Causes/Activism Definitions: Causes: A cause refers to a social, environmental, or political issue or goal that people feel strongly about ...
Read More →

Do You Want A Collaborative Partnership?: How To & Template

What creatives does a creator need to present to a nonprofit to win a collaborative partnership? To secure a collaborative ...
Read More →

Create A Cause: Art Activism “Art for Peace: Transforming Violence Through Creativity”

“Art should cause violence to be set aside and it is only art that can accomplish this.” Leo Tolstoy Art ...
Read More →

Tips To Run A Social Justice Cause Campaign

Running an effective social justice cause campaign requires a well-thought-out strategy that engages the public, builds awareness, and drives meaningful ...
Read More →

How To Get Sponsors For Your Cause

How to Get Sponsorships for Your Cause: A Step-by-Step Guide Securing sponsorships can be a game-changer for your cause, providing ...
Read More →

How To Break The Starving Artists Myth

Breaking the starving artists myth: Creatives can collaborate with local nonprofits in various ways, leveraging their unique skills and perspectives ...
Read More →

How to Determine Your Hourly Rate as a Creative in 3 Easy Steps

How to Determine Your Hourly Rate as a Creative in 3 Easy Steps Setting your hourly rate as a creative ...
Read More →

2024 Causability Creator Grantees!

Announcing the Winners of the 2024 Causability Creator Grant! We are thrilled to announce the winners of the 2024 Causability ...
Read More →

50+ Creator Activities For Building Collaboration

1. Articulation – Stop a presentation periodically and have partners talk with each other about what was just presented, what ...
Read More →

Unlock Your Potential | $5K Causability Grant Application

Introduction: Applying for a grant can be a pivotal moment for artists and nonprofits. With Causability’s commitment to fostering creative ...
Read More →

What Can Creators Do with the Causability Grant

What Can Creators Do With The Causability Grant? So, you’ve won the Causability grant or you’re thinking of applying. Congrats! ...
Read More →

Crafting Your Creative Identity: A Guide to Identifying Artistic Gifts

Introduction: Embarking on your artistic journey is like stepping into a magical realm where your creativity takes the reins. Whether ...
Read More →

Unveiling the Transformative Power of Artist Grants, last year’s winners did what?!

As we reflect on the impact of last year’s grants, the stories of Mars Wright, Kenley Turner, and Kelsey Giroux ...
Read More →

Empowering Creativity: A Guide to Causability Grants

Are you an artist with a passion for making a positive impact in your community? Look no further! Causability, a ...
Read More →
What Can Creators Do With The Causability Grant?

How Creators Can Collaborate

So, you’ve won the Causability grant or you’re thinking of applying. Congrats! While you may already have a good idea ...
Read More →
Volunteer Retention: Building a Loyal and Effective Volunteer Base

Volunteer Retention: Building a Loyal and Effective Volunteer Base

Volunteers are the lifeblood of any nonprofit organization. They bring energy, enthusiasm, and skills that are invaluable. However, one of ...
Read More →
How To Effectively Communicate Your Cause + Resources To Stay Relevant

How To Effectively Communicate Your Cause + Resources To Stay Relevant

In a world brimming with messages and missions, how can a nonprofit ensure that its cause doesn’t just echo in ...
Read More →
Being True To Your Nonprofit Mission Through All Your Communication Channels: How to do it

Being True To Your Nonprofit Mission Through All Your Communication Channels: How to do it

In an age dominated by digital communication and rapid content consumption, it’s never been more essential for nonprofits to maintain ...
Read More →
How Nonprofits Can Support Each Other In The Crowded Landscape of Social Media

How Nonprofits Can Support Each Other In The Crowded Landscape of Social Media

The vibrant world of social media often feels like a bustling marketplace where every corner you turn has a different ...
Read More →
Snail Mailers: Are They Sustainable? + Eco-Conscious Alternatives

Snail Mailers: Are They Sustainable? + Eco-Conscious Alternatives

For decades, snail mailers – the tangible, paper-based communications sent through postal services – have been a vital tool in ...
Read More →
The Ultimate Guide to Engaging the Younger Generations as a Nonprofit

The Ultimate Guide to Engaging the Younger Generations as a Nonprofit

In the rapidly evolving world of philanthropy and activism, the younger generations – primarily Millennials and Gen Z – are ...
Read More →
Steering Clear of Pitfalls: Navigating Grant Application Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Steering Clear of Pitfalls: Navigating Grant Application Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Embarking on the journey of securing grants can be a challenging yet rewarding process. Applying for grants, much like any ...
Read More →
Seven Fundraising Event Ideas For Nonprofits And Charities

Seven Fundraising Event Ideas For Nonprofits And Charities

Fundraising events play a crucial role in the success of non-profit organizations and charities. They help raise funds, create awareness, ...
Read More →
Leveraging Video for Artistic Promotion: How Artists Can Boost Donations and Engagement for Their Causes

How Artists Can Leverage Video To Boost Engagement for Their Causes

In the realm of art, each stroke of paint, each molding of clay, and each note in a composition represents ...
Read More →

The Many Ways Creators Can Utilize Causability Grants

Sadly, over recent decades, funding for art education has diminished nationwide. But that doesn’t mean that it is not important. ...
Read More →

How Nonprofits Can Collaborate With Artists, Besides Using Their Art

The connection between artists and nonprofits is long and has, in many cases, been mutually beneficial. Take the internationally acclaimed ...
Read More →
6 Successful Nonprofit Causes Created by Artists that Will Inspire You

6 Successful Nonprofit Causes Created by Artists that Will Inspire You

Artists have the extraordinary power to evoke emotions, inspire change, and create a long-lasting impact through their work. Many artists ...
Read More →
The Art of Collaboration: How Nonprofits Can Partner with Artists to Expand Their Reach

The Art of Collaboration: How Nonprofits Can Partner with Artists to Expand Their Reach

We’ve all seen it—a powerful, inspiring piece of original art that can ignite emotion, create conversation, and embody a cause. ...
Read More →
How Artists Benefit From Collaborating With Nonprofits

How Artists Benefit From Collaborating With Nonprofits

According to Americans for the Arts research, over 2.5 million artists were working in America in 2020. However, ask any ...
Read More →
Everything You Need to Know About Causability's Creator Grants

Everything You Need to Know About Causability’s Creator Grants

If you’re an artist or creator, you understand the importance of grants for boosting your visibility and helping you to ...
Read More →
How to Write a Winning Grant Proposal for Artists

How to Write a Winning Grant Proposal for Artists

According to research by IBISWorld, federal arts funding has been in a state of decline since 1980. However, the good ...
Read More →
The Role of Transparency and Accountability in Successful Nonprofit CrowdFunding

The Role of Transparency and Accountability in Successful Nonprofit CrowdFunding

To succeed in crowdfunding, a nonprofit organization must be transparent in how funds are used and be accountable to their ...
Read More →
The Steps to Create and Fund a Non-Profit That Supports a Good Cause

The Steps to Create and Fund a Non-Profit That Supports a Good Cause

Creating a charity has several positives for those with a heart for philanthropy, including increased credibility, funding, and contributors. Starting ...
Read More →
How to Apply for Art Grants

How to Apply for Art Grants

If you’re an artist, you don’t need us to tell you that the last couple of years have been tough ...
Read More →
How Artists Can Collaborate With Nonprofits

How Artists Can Collaborate With Nonprofits

The best collaborations are where everyone benefits while giving back to your community. Collaborating with a nonprofit is a great ...
Read More →

Can a Non-Profit Organization Sell Merch?

The driven people behind non-profit organizations are truly special. Often, these focused individuals pour everything they have into making a ...
Read More →

How Artists Can be Beneficial to Nonprofits

Nonprofit organizations generally focus on one thing: improving the quality of life for others. So, while achieving financial gain isn’t ...
Read More →

How Sponsorships Drive Awareness

The idea of company sponsorship isn’t new to anyone in the non-profit world. We all know how far securing a ...
Read More →

6 GoFundMe Alternatives for Your Nonprofit

If you’re an individual or nonprofit who often raises money for your cause, you’ve likely used one of the many ...
Read More →

Tips For Raising Money For Charity: The Keys To Success

Regardless of the charity you’ve chosen, raising money is never easy. After all, you’re asking people to donate their hard-earned ...
Read More →

Is It Moral to Raise Money During the COVID-19 Crisis?

The coronavirus pandemic is currently affecting millions worldwide, and there seems to be no end in sight. The virus has ...
Read More →

Raising Money for Your Non-Profit Under the COVID-19 Crisis

There’s no way to get around it. The world is facing a crisis, and it’s affecting everyone. Countries have been ...
Read More →

Ways You Can Help Those In Need Because of The COVID-19 Outbreak

As COVID-19 spreads throughout our country, many are wondering what they can do to help those that are affected. While ...
Read More →

Random Acts of Kindness During Troubled Times

As the latest pandemic sweeps the nation, we’ve seen humanity behave as never before. There’s something to be said about ...
Read More →

Charities to Donate to During Covid-19

“Researchers racing to find a vaccine for Novel Coronavirus.” “Citizens scramble to prepare for novel COVID-19 quarantine”. News stories with ...
Read More →

Campaign-Driven Crowdfunding – Why It’s Effective

Click on any non-profit’s web page. You’re sure to see a ‘donate here’ button prominently decorating each page of the ...
Read More →

Fundraising Incentives – Auctions for Charity

If you’re new to the non-profit world or are simply having a hard time reaching your funding targets, you may ...
Read More →

Fundraising Incentives – Luncheons and Galas

You’ve become an established non-profit, and you’re ready to host a semi-formal, or even a black-tie affair to simultaneously thank ...
Read More →

Fundraising Incentives – Donor Appreciation

A cornerstone of being a non-profit organization fueled almost entirely by the kind donations of others is donor appreciation. Donors ...
Read More →

Do Incentivized Fundraising Auctions Raise More Money? How?

Many nonprofits cringe at the thought of the time and effort involved in planning an event that is as involved ...
Read More →

How to Use Social Media to Raise Money

Social media is fantastic for keeping up with old friends, documenting your travels, staying up with the latest memes, and ...
Read More →

Why Crowdfunding is Awesome

From saving Australian koala bears on the brink of extinction to finding sustainable alternatives for plastic to building a new ...
Read More →

Tis the Season for Giving

As the holiday shopping season heats up, so does our desire to give back. In fact, studies have shown that ...
Read More →

What Is Cause Marketing And How Do I Create A Cause Campaign?

If you run a business, you’ve probably heard of various marketing strategies, some new and some old. There’s Traditional Marketing, ...
Read More →
Scroll to Top

Join The Causability family

If you would like more information about our grant program, download our free resource!

participant sign up

Contact Organizer

Your Message